Bronchoscopic Smear (Noun)
Meaning
Any of several cytologic smears obtained from different parts of the lower respiratory tract; used for cytologic study of cancer and other diseases of the lungs.
Classification
Nouns denoting body parts.
Examples
- The doctor ordered a bronchoscopic smear to examine the cells in the patient's lungs for any signs of cancer.
- A bronchoscopic smear was performed on the patient to help diagnose the cause of the persistent cough.
- The pathologist examined the bronchoscopic smear under a microscope to look for abnormal cell growth.
- The results of the bronchoscopic smear revealed the presence of malignant cells in the patient's lungs.
- A bronchoscopic smear was taken from the patient's bronchial tubes to check for any signs of disease.